Trump says he is ready to talk to Iran as soon as US military assets move to the Middle East

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US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States is prepared to engage in dialogue with Iran if Tehran is willing to hold talks, signaling a potential diplomatic opening amid rising regional tensions.

In a statement, President Trump said that a “large force” was being dispatched toward Iran, without providing specific details. He added that US military assets were being relocated to the Middle East as part of strategic security measures.

Trump also said that the United States would work closely with NATO to ensure Greenland’s security, reaffirming Washington’s commitment to collective defense and regional stability alongside its allies.

Addressing international diplomacy, the US president revealed plans to visit China in April. He further stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to travel to the United States by the end of the year, indicating continued high-level engagement between the two major powers.

Commenting on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Trump said that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin both want to reach an agreement. He added that developments on a possible deal would become clear soon.

The remarks reflect Trump’s broader foreign policy approach, combining diplomatic outreach with military preparedness across multiple global flashpoints.